Probably has a quota, He never may be allowed out of Qatar if he misses it lol...aggiephoenix02 said:what if….ja86 said:
wow, if true, what a *****....
What if he took the trip and all, but didn't report a single person?
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Good times...
FIFA have written to World Cup teams urging them to focus on the tournament and not be part of lecturing on morality and dragging football "into every ideological or political battle that exists".
— Sky Sports News (@SkySportsNews) November 4, 2022
Full text of the letter:
Full details @SkyNews of the letter sent by FIFA chiefs to World Cup teams telling them to focus on football rather than giving morality lessons and thinking one culture is better than an other.https://t.co/etOF4xnyaK https://t.co/TL7jDXOSTm pic.twitter.com/sxBPZCGQpu
— Rob Harris (@RobHarris) November 3, 2022
/when that poster you really despise makes a comment that you sort of agree with.
I mean has somehow FIFA channeled Jeremy Piven's character from PCU?
I mean has somehow FIFA channeled Jeremy Piven's character from PCU?
Nah, that's a horse**** statement that is not so subtle code for "Let's ignore the societal ills that are inconvenient for me because they damage my image and my ability to make money but I am all for building broad campaigns around the societal ills that I can profit significantly from." If you took that statement at face value, you'd think they would advocate for slavery in the name of "respecting diverse opinions".
"Let's respect the values of non-discrimination by not discriminating against the people who are clearly discriminating" is some absolute nonsense.
"Let's respect the values of non-discrimination by not discriminating against the people who are clearly discriminating" is some absolute nonsense.
This is an objectively false statement.Quote:
One of the great strengths of the world is indeed its very diversity, and if inclusion means anything, it means having respect for that diversity. No one people or culture or nation is "better" than any other. This principle is the very foundation stone of mutual respect and non-discrimination.
If they had come out with a firm "we've learned our lesson and in the future any country with discriminatory laws will not be considered for selection" statement then I could abide a "so for now let's just focus on football" message.
They're using a pseudo-intellectual argument that "culture" is an impenetrable block with no component parts that are fair game for criticism.
"Who's to say jailing LGBTQ people is wrong? It's a part of their culture and we must respect that."
"Sure, they practice cannibalism, but it's unfair for us to criticize someone's cultural beliefs."
"Who's to say jailing LGBTQ people is wrong? It's a part of their culture and we must respect that."
"Sure, they practice cannibalism, but it's unfair for us to criticize someone's cultural beliefs."
FIFA: Russia is denied access to the WC because it attacked a sovereign nation.
Also FIFA: "respect all opinions and beliefs, without handing out moral lessons to the rest of the world"
Also FIFA: "respect all opinions and beliefs, without handing out moral lessons to the rest of the world"
The holocaust was no big deal. Just part of their culture.jeffk said:
They're using a pseudo-intellectual argument that "culture" is an impenetrable block with no component parts that are fair game for criticism.
"Who's to say jailing LGBTQ people is wrong? It's a part of their culture and we must respect that."
"Sure, they practice cannibalism, but it's unfair for us to criticize someone's cultural beliefs."
To be clear: the western world going to Doha to play or watch soccer is supposed to be mad about how the Islamic culture treats women and homosexuals; this is not about how the wealthy middle eastern Muslim states treat the poor south Asian/ Pakistani migrants who do all of their construction, landscaping, housekeeping, etc.
Why wasn't there more outrage and statements made years ago when FIFA awarded the contract? At this point, it seems too late. The players should just go play and the people visiting should enjoy the luxurious new stadiums, hotels, etc. they built for this event- just be careful about alcohol and public displays of affection outside of the designated resort areas.
Also, after a lack of hooligans and a sense of forced calm and quiet this time, the 2026 World Cup in USA/CAN/M EX is going to be BA-NANAS.
Why wasn't there more outrage and statements made years ago when FIFA awarded the contract? At this point, it seems too late. The players should just go play and the people visiting should enjoy the luxurious new stadiums, hotels, etc. they built for this event- just be careful about alcohol and public displays of affection outside of the designated resort areas.
Also, after a lack of hooligans and a sense of forced calm and quiet this time, the 2026 World Cup in USA/CAN/M EX is going to be BA-NANAS.
oh no said:
Why wasn't there more outrage and statements made years ago when FIFA awarded the contract? At this point, it seems too late. The players should just go play and the people visiting should enjoy the luxurious new stadiums, hotels, etc. they built for this event
Yeah, I don't think anyone expressing concern or outrage at this point thinks anything that has been done will be undone. More just attempting to influence the Qatari govt to not go overboard in policing visiting fans and to let FIFA know their displeasure in hopes that future cup bids won't be handled similarly.
As for why there wasn't more outrage shown earlier? There was plenty from fans and supporter groups and national federations at the time the bid was awarded and there's been a steady stream of information about abuses and bribes and misconduct. But short of a global boycott by fans and sponsors, that bid wasn't going to be stripped. So everyone is just expressing their feelings at this point knowing we've all been played by FIFA.
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Furlock Bones said:
Wow.The @nytimes reporting that a board member of the American Outlaws agreed to a free World Cup trip in exchange in part for reporting fans who make social media posts critical of Qatar. https://t.co/JUhAeYE7RP
— Justin Egan (@EganSoccerWords) November 3, 2022
Attention FIFA and Quatar: i will watch this site and rat out every last mf'er on here for a 2 week vacation. Contact is in my profile. I will be waiting for your reply with the plane tickets.
Exactly.tysker said:
FIFA: Russia is denied access to the WC because it attacked a sovereign nation.
Also FIFA: "respect all opinions and beliefs, without handing out moral lessons to the rest of the world"
No idea how many of them really mean it, but lots of Bundesliga fans made their opinions known this weekend.
Dieser Spieltag steht in den Fankurven in Deutschland im Zeichen von #BoycottQatar2022. #HerthaBSC-, #FCBayern-, #BVB-, #Mönchengladbach-, #Heidenheim-, #Paderborn- & #F95-Fans positionierten sich: #BSCFCB #BVBBOC #BMGVfB #FCHSCP #F95FCSP @boycottqatar22 https://t.co/YnySRCS9o2 pic.twitter.com/8F1Zyty1Zf
— Faszination Fankurve (@FasziFankurve) November 5, 2022
Dortmund's was obviously the most impressive:
Es geht noch größer ... heute im Westfalenstadion... bei den BVB-Fans ...#BoycottQatar2022#nichtunserewm pic.twitter.com/SxQT0siD2S
— Boycott Qatar 2022 (@boycottqatar22) November 5, 2022
This time they really mean it!
Why now?
Nm- I scrolled up
Nm- I scrolled up
Based on the leaks, which we cannot confirm if all of them are 100% true.
— 🇺🇸Tactical Manager🇧🇷 (@ManagerTactical) November 8, 2022
This is the USMNT 🇺🇸 Roster to be announced tomorrow. pic.twitter.com/Mf9RPlf33n
Boy that midfield is really the strength of this team
That outside back situation is not optimal at all. Lots of versatility but not a lot of class. What are the odds we play 3 in the back?
That outside back situation is not optimal at all. Lots of versatility but not a lot of class. What are the odds we play 3 in the back?
That's an awesome roster!
Roldan, haha, F all you haterz…
Roldan, haha, F all you haterz…
Roldan? Wtf.
really sucks Mark McKenzie, Miles Robinson, and Chris Richards aren't available as three of our best CBs..
Can Dest and Jedi play full 90 every single match in Qatar, because I don't have confidence in probably 2 of our other 3 full backs and there's really only 1 true LB on the roster although Dest and Scalley can play on left side even if it's not their best position.
Hey, where is Arriola? Hurt? He's Greggg's boy. Thought he'd be there for sure.
one of the replies re: Roldan:
Can Dest and Jedi play full 90 every single match in Qatar, because I don't have confidence in probably 2 of our other 3 full backs and there's really only 1 true LB on the roster although Dest and Scalley can play on left side even if it's not their best position.
Hey, where is Arriola? Hurt? He's Greggg's boy. Thought he'd be there for sure.
one of the replies re: Roldan:
I'll admit to liking Roldan's play (I thought he has been hurt) but interesting there is no Arriola. I'd rather have Arriola over Cannon.
Arriola has a spot on this team, would be disappointed if he's not there. Not a fan of Roldan.
Missing Miles Robinson suuuuuucks
Missing Miles Robinson suuuuuucks
Arriola not being in the roster is crappy, not as bad as Klinnsman leaving Landon at home, but pretty crappy…
I'm glad Acosta made it, hopefully he gets a lot of playing time…
I'm not sure how accurate the above is.
Isnt DLT hurt? And before that he wasnt really playing for his club much.
Isnt DLT hurt? And before that he wasnt really playing for his club much.
i think the report on LDLT was the injury would put him out about 3 weeks- right up to the WC, so he was still expected to be included in the roster. ..and yes, he has not been playing a ton for club.tysker said:
I'm not sure how accurate the above is.
Isnt DLT hurt? And before that he wasnt really playing for his club much.
Yes Hamstring injury was supposed to be out about 3 weeks (news came out Oct 28th)tysker said:
I'm not sure how accurate the above is.
Isnt DLT hurt? And before that he wasnt really playing for his club much.
gambochaman said:
SIAP
https://www.espn.com/soccer/fifa-world-cup/story/4795763/qatar-world-cup-is-a-mistake-former-fifa-president-sepp-blatter
He would know corruption. Find a host that wasn't corrupt.
This has been a known issue since Berhalter tookover. The one new player is Scally who was nowhere on anyone's radar back in 2019. Think this changes for '26 as some of the youngsters in MLS (and Europe) get more playing time and hopefully move overseas to play at higher level.tysker said:
Boy that midfield is really the strength of this team
That outside back situation is not optimal at all. Lots of versatility but not a lot of class. What are the odds we play 3 in the back?
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roster exclusions due to injury or gregg
GK: Horvath
CB: Miles (injury), Richards (injury?), McKenzie (injury), Brooks, Miazga
LB: Vines (injury?), Bello
RB: Shaq Moore
MF: Busio, Lletget, Sands,
F: Arriola, Morris, Haji Wright, Pefok, Hoppe, Konrad,
GK: Horvath
CB: Miles (injury), Richards (injury?), McKenzie (injury), Brooks, Miazga
LB: Vines (injury?), Bello
RB: Shaq Moore
MF: Busio, Lletget, Sands,
F: Arriola, Morris, Haji Wright, Pefok, Hoppe, Konrad,